Soft Pumpkin Cookies

Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt.
3. 3
   In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Beat in pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. 5
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. 6
   Fold in mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans, if using.
7. 7
   Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
8. 8
   Bake for 11-13 minutes, until the tops are set and edges are lightly golden.
9. 9
   Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.